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Ingredients
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Fried Calamari
Method
Fried Calamari Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Calamari
Rinse the calamari rings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, whisk together the egg and milk.
- 3
Coat the Calamari
Dip each calamari ring into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Calamari
Carefully add the coated calamari rings to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Fry the Hot Peppers
In the same oil, fry the sliced hot peppers for about 1-2 minutes until slightly crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Serve
Serve the fried calamari hot with the fried hot peppers and marinara sauce on the side for dipping.